Charles Russell Speechlys LLP > Doha, Qatar > Firm Profile
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP Offices

Level 18, Unit 1805, Burj Al Fardan
Building 157
Street 301, Zone 69
Lusail
PO Box 26660
Qatar
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP > The Legal 500 Rankings
Qatar > Projects, real estate and construction Tier 3
The construction, real estate and disputes team at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP is a port of call for both contentious and non-contentious work encompassing an array of investments and projects. The department advises both government bodies and private clients in energy-related matters, local mega-projects and those abroad, and real estate projects. Alim Khamis co-heads the team with Paula Boast; both demonstrate notable expertise in complex disputes and international arbitrations in the infrastructure, construction and energy industries.Practice head(s):
Alim Khamis; Paula Boast
Work highlights
Hong Kong > Real estate
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP‘s strengths lie at the intersection of tax and real estate financing, with a particular focus on prime London residential properties as well as local residential property in Hong Kong and commercial leasing to corporate occupiers. Team members also assist clients with mandates relating to residential and commercial property investments. Increasingly the group is assisting real estate clients with ESG matters. The practice can be broadly divided into two branches; team head Simon Green leads the practice out of Hong Kong and focuses on international property matters, particularly relating to the UK, while Ian Devereux and Jovanne Zee focus on local property matters.Practice head(s):
Simon Green
Other key lawyers:
Ian Devereux; Jovanne Zee; Jasper Yeung
Testimonials
‘The Real Estate team in Hong Kong has efficiently provided cross border services for local clients in Hong Kong who require UK conveyancing advice and services. The team has removed the barrier of different time zones for clients in Hong Kong who no longer require to speak to the UK lawyers in the evening.’
‘Jasper Yeung of the Real Estate team in Hong Kong has been very helpful in dealing with some complicated de-enveloping cases. He has proved to be very efficient and he understands the commercial substance of transactions which he has been involved.’
Key clients
BC Mortgage Services Asia Ltd (BC)
BC Invest
MHM Invest
Regal London
CK Asset Holdings Limited
Galliard Homes
Lendlease
London Square
Informa PLC
United Arab Emirates > Real estate
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP’s wide-ranging real estate expertise encompasses asset management, off-plan work, and property financing. Simon Green is noted for his strength in master-planned development projects; Reem Al Mahroos handles strata structuring mandates; and Glenn Bull is well versed in an array of transactional matters. Dana Marshad is another key team member.Practice head(s):
Simon Green; Reem Al Mahroos; Glenn Bull
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Informa Middle East Limited
Dubai World Trade Centre
Emirates REIT PLC
Gargash Group
Gulf Hotels Group B.S.C
Majid Al Futtaim Properties
Oman Tourism Development Company
Themaar Investment
National Life and General Insurance Company
Eagle Hills International Properties LLC
Work highlights
- Represented Emirates REIT (CEIC) PLC in a DIFC Court proceeding concerning a DIFC retail lease dispute.
- Advised Informa Dubai on negotiating and finalising Informa Dubai’s new commercial office lease for premises located at the One Central, Dubai World Trade Centre commercial building in the UAE.
- Advised Themaar Investment on a portfolio sale of commercial units in Business Bay, Dubai.
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP > Firm Profile
Charles Russell Speechlys is a market leading award winning international law firm with offices in 3 key Middle East locations: Dubai, Manama and Doha.
We have been working with clients in the GCC region for over 30 years and operating on the ground in the Middle East for over 15 years. With both English and Arabic speaking lawyers, our experienced Middle East team of locally and internationally qualified lawyers understand your specific requirements and the nuances of each market place in the region.
With a Partner-led service and offices across the UK, Europe and the Middle East, our 13 offices cover major markets in the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Each of our offices provides a gateway to the whole firm connecting you with the best advisers and serving your needs.
Qatar is poised to be a dynamic player in the global economy as its strategic investments continue to catalyse growth across multiple sectors. In line with its Third National Development Strategy 2030, the country presents new opportunities for international investors and businesses alike.
We are one of the few international law firms in Qatar with lawyers permanently based on the ground advising both multinational and local clients doing business in Qatar and the wider region.
Our dedicated team of lawyers speak over eight languages (including written and spoken Arabic) and are qualified in both common and civil law jurisdictions.
We can advise you on a wide range of matters, including:
We have been operating in Qatar for more than a decade and we take tremendous pride in our continued growth and our focus on exceptional client service. We were honoured to be awarded “Qatar Law Firm of the Year” in 2023, which demonstrated our commitment to prioritising expertise, efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Construction, Engineering & Projects | Alim Khamis | [email protected] | +974 3000 7905 |
Lawyer Profiles
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Etidal Alwazani | Legal Director | View Profile |
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Ahmad Anani | Head of Capital Markets and Regulation (Middle East) | View Profile |
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Patrick Gearon | Partner, Head of Charles Russell Speechlys LLP Middle East | View Profile |
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Alim Khamis | Partner, Head of Qatar office | View Profile |
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Jihane Rizk | Jihane has more than 20 years of experience in corporate law, mergers… | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Fee earners : 8Languages
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- Projects, real estate and construction
Firm Rankings
- Hong Kong > Real estate
- United Arab Emirates > Real estate